Pokémon Red gym leaders in order
The eight gym leaders of Kanto in the order you face them, with each leader's type, strongest Pokémon and badge.
| # | Leader | City | Type | Top level | Badge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brock | Pewter City | Rock | 14 | Boulder Badge |
| 2 | Misty | Cerulean City | Water | 21 | Cascade Badge |
| 3 | Lt. Surge | Vermilion City | Electric | 24 | Thunder Badge |
| 4 | Erika | Celadon City | Grass | 29 | Rainbow Badge |
| 5 | Koga | Fuchsia City | Poison | 43 | Soul Badge |
| 6 | Sabrina | Saffron City | Psychic | 43 | Marsh Badge |
| 7 | Blaine | Cinnabar Island | Fire | 47 | Volcano Badge |
| 8 | Giovanni | Viridian City | Ground | 50 | Earth Badge |
After the eighth badge, take Route 23 and Victory Road to the Elite Four.
Frequently asked questions
What order are the gym leaders in Pokémon Red?
Brock (Pewter City), Misty (Cerulean City), Lt. Surge (Vermilion City), Erika (Celadon City), Koga (Fuchsia City), Sabrina (Saffron City), Blaine (Cinnabar Island), Giovanni (Viridian City).
Who is the hardest gym leader in Pokémon Red?
Many players find Misty (Starmie) or Sabrina (Alakazam) hardest for their level, and Giovanni has the highest levels.